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OSPOHAS Receives Ilese Development Council Merit Award for Educational Excellence
The Ogun State Polytechnic of Health and Allied Sciences (OSPOHAS), Ilese-Ijebu, has been honoured by the Ilese Development Council with a Merit Award in recognition of the institution’s contributions to educational development and community growth.
Aletheia University Receives New Ambulance to Strengthen Emergency Healthcare Services
The management of Aletheia University has received a new ambulance to improve emergency medical response on campus, a development described by the Vice-Chancellor as another demonstration of the institution's commitment to the welfare of its staff and students.
Proposed National Commercialisation Intelligence System To Connect Research, Industry, Investors
The Federal Ministry of Education, through the Research, Innovation and Commercialisation Committee (RICC) and TETFund, has commenced the Southwest Zonal Workshop in Lagos as part of efforts to build a National Commercialisation Intelligence System.
Prof. Adedayo Aina Takes Over as JAMB Registrar, Succeeds Oloyede
Professor Adedayo Aina has officially assumed office as the new Registrar of the Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB), succeeding Professor Is-haq Oloyede, whose decade-long tenure has now come to an end.
Ex-FUNAABite Leads Cutting-Edge Food Innovation in the US
Dr. Oluwatosin Popoola, a First-Class Chemistry graduate of the Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB), is leading cutting-edge research in food safety and sustainable packaging in the United States.
Ebumawe of Ago-Iwoye Describes Aletheia University VC's Appointment as 'A Round Peg in a Round Hole'
The Ebumawe of Ago-Iwoye Kingdom, His Royal Majesty Oba Abdul Razaq Adesina Adenugba, has described the appointment of Aletheia University's new Vice-Chancellor, Professor Akinyemi Dewumi Olukayode, as "a round peg in a round hole," reaffirming his commitment to the university's growth.
FUNAAB Celebrates 113 New Computing Professionals at CPN Induction
The Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB) celebrated the induction of 113 graduating Computer Science students into the computing profession by the Computer Professionals Registration Council of Nigeria (CPN).
FUNAAB Produces Another Scholar in the United States
Dr. Oyefunmilayo Amoda, a graduate of the Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB), has earned a PhD in Nutrition from Oregon State University and secured an appointment as an Assistant Professor at a prestigious American university.
Remo Secondary School Redefines Public School Graduation with University-Style Valedictory Ceremony
For decades, graduation ceremonies in many Nigerian public secondary schools have followed a familiar pattern. Students gather in their school uniforms, speeches are delivered by teachers and invited guests, certificates are presented, photographs are taken, and another graduating class quietly joins the ranks of alumni. At Remo Secondary School (RSS), Sagamu, however, the story was […]
Emmanuel Alayande University Mourns Emeritus Professor Ayo Bamgbose, Describes Him as a Pride of the Institution
Emmanuel Alayande University of Education (EAUED), Oyo, has joined the growing list of institutions mourning the passing of Emeritus Professor Ayo Bamgbose, describing the late scholar as one of its most distinguished alumni and a towering figure in Nigerian linguistics. In a statement issued on Saturday through the University’s Media and Public Relations Officer, ‘Wale […]
Nigeria’s First Professor of Linguistics, Emeritus Professor Ayo Bamgbose, Dies at 94
Nigeria’s academic community is mourning the passing of Emeritus Professor Ayo Bamgbose, the country’s first Professor of Linguistics and one of Africa’s most respected language scholars, who died on Saturday, July 25, 2026, at the age of 94. The distinguished academic reportedly passed away at about 6:45 a.m. at a Christian-owned private hospital in the […]
Dr. Bodunrin Osikomaiya Emerges Babcock University’s Best Graduating Master’s Student with Perfect 5.00 CGPA
Consultant haematologist Dr. Bodunrin Osikomaiya has emerged as Babcock University’s Best Graduating Master’s Student after earning a perfect 5.00 CGPA at the institution’s postgraduate graduation ceremony.
Oyinlola Okoya Graduates from University of Leicester, Celebrates Milestone with Family
Oyinlola Okoya, a Junior Director at Eleganza Group and daughter of Dr. Shade Okoya and Chief Razak Okoya, has graduated from the University of Leicester with a degree in Business Management and Marketing.
Goodluck Jonathan Celebrates Son’s Graduation from Manchester Metropolitan University
Former Nigerian President Dr Goodluck Ebele Jonathan has celebrated a proud family milestone as his son, Ariwera Jonathan, graduated from Manchester Metropolitan University in the United Kingdom. The graduation ceremony marked the successful completion of Ariwera Jonathan’s academic programme, with family members joining in celebrating the achievement. The occasion attracted congratulatory messages from friends, well-wishers […]
YESIR Foundation Rewards Ogun East’s Top Four Public School Students with ₦2 Million for Outstanding 2026 UTME Performance
Four exceptional public school students from Ogun East Senatorial District have been rewarded with a total of ₦2 million by the YESIR Foundation in recognition of their outstanding performances in the 2026 Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME). The presentation, held in July 2026 as part of the Foundation’s 3rd Academic Excellence Award for Exceptional Talents, […]
15+ Scholarships You Can Apply for Now! (Fully-Funded & Open to All Nationalities – Bachelors, Masters, and PhD)
Are you a student looking for opportunities to further your education without worrying about tuition costs? Here’s a fantastic roundup of fully-funded scholarships that you can apply for! These opportunities are available for students at different academic levels, offering a chance to study in renowned institutions across the globe. Take a look at these amazing […]
Edo State Suspends School Resumption Indefinitely Due to Fuel Price Hike
In response to the recent surge in fuel prices, the Edo State Government has announced the indefinite postponement of the resumption of all public and private schools, which was initially scheduled for Monday, September 9, 2024. This decision was confirmed in a memo issued by Ojo Akin-Longe, the Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of Education, […]
Guide to Apply for NELFUND Student Loan
Nigeria’s educational landscape is evolving, with initiatives like the Nigerian Education Loan Fund (NELFUND) playing a pivotal role in making higher education accessible to a broader spectrum of students. Under the leadership of Managing Director Mr. Akintunde Sawyerr, NELFUND has taken significant strides in supporting Nigerian students through its student loan programme. This blog post […]